Multimedia Journalist - Temp

TelevisaUnivision; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

TelevisaUnivision KFTV Channel 21 in Fresno, CA is seeking a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to inform, educate, and empower our Hispanic audience. Rate range is $25-$28 per hour. The role covers gathering, reporting, shooting, editing, and posting daily stories across platforms.

Requirements include 1 year newsroom experience, fluent English/Spanish, ability to work nights and weekends, and a valid driver’s license. Knowledge of iNews and video editing tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1 year newsroom experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Fluent in English and Spanish with strong written and spoken skills.
• Ability to use newsroom computer systems and editing software.
• High ethical journalistic standards and adherence to deadlines.
• Driver’s license with good driving record and ability to work nights/weekends/holidays.
• Knowledge of field cameras and editing systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gather information, conduct interviews, shoot video, report and edit daily.
• Post content to the website and social media platforms.
• Maintain familiarity with local, state, and national news.
• Establish and maintain community news contacts.
• Work independently in the field under various weather conditions.
• Assist with formatting content from Digital.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Newsroom experience

Field reporting

Flexibility in schedule

Tools

iNews

Avid

Adobe Premiere

Final Cut

Video editing tools

Job description

About The Role & Team

TelevisaUnivision KFTV Channel 21 in Fresno, CA. is seeking a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to carry on the Univision mission of informing, educating, and empowering our Hispanic audience.

About The Role & Team

TelevisaUnivision KFTV Channel 21 in Fresno, CA. is seeking a Multimedia Journalist (MMJ) to carry on the Univision mission of informing, educating, and empowering our Hispanic audience.

Rate Range: $25-$28/H

Your Day-day

• Gather information, conduct interviews, shoot video, produce, report and edit assigned stories daily;
• Post video, pictures and stories to the website, Facebook and other social media outlets;
• Maintain strong familiarity with local, state, and national news and events across our coverage area;
• Establish and maintain news contacts in the community;
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that works well with co-workers, supervisors, and the community at large.
• Must have the ability to work independently while out in the field and under various weather elements;
• Assist with the formatting of content from Digital.
• Other duties as deemed necessary.

You Have

• 1-year newsroom experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• Candidate must be completely fluent in English/Spanish, with superior written/spoken Spanish language skills
• Applicant must be able to use newsroom computer systems and applications (both hardware/software)
• High ethical and journalistic standards are required
• Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays
• Must be able to drive and have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Candidate must have functional to advanced knowledge in the use of field cameras, gear and editing systems
• Candidate must be able to make sound decisions while working under extreme deadlines and must have the ability to follow directions and incorporate constructive criticism into work results
• Knowledge of iNews, video editing (such as Avid, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut), and file sharing systems preferred
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, type, edit, reach and sit for up to (8) hours
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds for extended periods of time

TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.